Kiara
ki(a)-ra
US Popularity:547
Origin:Irish
Meaning:Bright, clear; Dark
Stemming from Irish and Italian roots, Kiara is a girl’s name that has starkly different meanings depending on its origin. In Italian, the name is considered a variant of the girl’s name Chiara, meaning “bright” or “clear.” Kiara’s Irish iteration is Ciara, deriving from the old Irish word Cíar translating to “dark.” An etymology like night and day is sure to appeal to night owls and early bird parents alike. Kiara also made a splash in film as the protagonist of The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride, adding to the name’s irresistible lovability among parents. Whatever your preferred definition of pretty Kiara, this name is sure to inspire baby to live their life according to the problem-free philosophy!
Kiara Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Kiara is currently #147 on The Bump
Girl:Kiara is currently #64 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Kiara is currently #547 in U.S. births
Girl:Kiara is currently #188 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#547
in 2022
+ 121
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Kiara, November 2020
Behind the Name, Chiara, December 2022
Ancestry, Chiaro
WordSense, Clara
WordSense, Keira
IMDB, Neve Campbell: Kiara
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